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Bay Area Christian Church Our goal is to make God known and to do good in the community. Follow us on twitter! http://www.twitter.com/the_bacc

What is the Bay Area Christian Church?

Bay Area Christian Church is an independent non-denominational Christian church in the Bay Area with 9 locations including Sunnyvale, Palo Alto, San Jose and many more across the region. We are group of people striving to practice Christianity just like the Bible describes in the New Testament. You could say we are a "family of New Testament Christians." We go by the Bible, we love each other, and we are passionate about changing lives with the good news of Christianity. Through the Bible, God provides all the answers we need in life. So we practice engaging relationships to help one another follow His word and be the best that we can be in all walks of life. Campus students and single professionals learn to lead and make a difference with their lives. Married couples get a plentiful amount of help in building their marriages and raising kids. We loved you so much that we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God but our lives as well, because you had become so dear to us. 1 Thessalonians 2:8

We've been a part of the Bay Area for decades, and during that time, we have become an integral part of the community. Here are some unique events and programs that serve our friends and neighbors:


E-Soccer & E-Karate: Fully-inclusive sports programs that help both special needs and typical kids learn some skills, have fun, and make friends. These programs now serve over 200 kids and families throughout the Bay Area. Spiritual Resource Ministry: Children's ministry class for special needs kids that allows parents to attend services with total confidence that their kids are being taken care of, learning, and having a great time. HOPE Technology School: A cutting edge full-inclusion school that uses small class size and dedicated professionals to provide a great education to all types of kids. Women's Day: Annual events that give women the chance to hear inspiring teaching, make new friends, and change their lives for the better. Over 20,000 women have attended these events over the past decade. Bay Area Hoops: An open basketball league that gives men the chance for highly competitive play in a friendly environment. Y-ministry: A program that teaches our next generation (middle-schoolers and teens) to live with conviction, courage and faith. Its purpose is to help these kids answer the "why questions" of life. Over 80 volunteers and ministry interns work with kids in all parts of the Bay Area. If you'd like more details about any of these programs or would like to get involved, ask any member of our church or call our office at (650) 561-7049 . We want to be a visionary church. We look to the future and see a world made better because of the influence of New Testament Christians. We are committed to make that vision a reality.

Someone’s day could look different because you decided to care. 💛A heart for doing good grows as we remember God’s love,...
10/12/2026

Someone’s day could look different because you decided to care. 💛

A heart for doing good grows as we remember God’s love, trust his care, and follow Jesus’ example of serving others. Then we put that love into action.

Join an E-Life program. Do something thoughtful for someone nearby. Or get involved in any one of our doing good efforts.

Let’s spread joy together.

Then Jesus went around doing good...for God was with him. Acts 10:38 NIVJesus shows us that a mark of God being with us ...
10/12/2026

Then Jesus went around doing good...for God was with him.
Acts 10:38 NIV

Jesus shows us that a mark of God being with us is when we go around doing good. Jesus did good wherever he went, and those who follow him should do the same.

How can you do good in the lives of those around you today? 🍓

Keep an eye out for our Doing Good Fundraiser at bacc.cc/doing-good/

It started with a dad who wanted his son to play alongside his friends. That hope grew into E-Life: 28 programs and 500 ...
10/11/2026

It started with a dad who wanted his son to play alongside his friends.

That hope grew into E-Life: 28 programs and 500 volunteers creating opportunities for people with and without disabilities to belong across the Bay Area.

In an interview with K-LOVE's Crystal Thornton, Russ Ewell shares how Jesus shaped that vision—and how Bay Area Christian Church’s partnership with E-Life puts faith into action. Through playing together, kids build friendships, develop empathy, and help each other pursue their dreams.

And the vision keeps growing toward communities where that belonging can last a lifetime.
Swipe through the story, then hear Russ’s full conversation with K-LOVE. 🎧

Pull up a chair. Ask about their dreams. Make time for the real answer.Young men need people who will help them turn pot...
10/10/2026

Pull up a chair. Ask about their dreams. Make time for the real answer.

Young men need people who will help them turn potential into a life they’re proud to live. They need mentors who listen, share honestly, and offer accountability with encouragement.

That kind of support grows through consistent conversations, practical guidance, and showing up again. You don’t need every answer to start being someone they can count on.

Ultimately, we love one another in this way because God set an example for us to follow:

Ephesians 5:1-2 NLT
Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children. [2] Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. He loved us and offered himself as a sacrifice for us, a pleasing aroma to God.

Read Russ Ewell’s full article on Fox News about helping young men build a path forward. Link in bio.

10/10/2026

“God, I can’t change this. But I know you can.” 🙏

What would happen if we brought that kind of faith into our prayers?

The inspiration we feel at church can grow into lasting change as we keep talking to God throughout the week and trusting him with what feels impossible.

Take a moment today to pray about the thing you’ve been trying to handle on your own. What mountain are you asking God to move?

Real love sees people, values them, and chooses to love them right where they are.That kind of love has shaped so much o...
10/09/2026

Real love sees people, values them, and chooses to love them right where they are.

That kind of love has shaped so much of what we believe at Bay Area Christian Church, creating communities where people of all abilities can belong and be known. Because loving like Jesus starts with seeing the person in front of us. 🤍

Learn more about this in a new article and podcast episode from K-LOVE, where Executive Minister Russ Ewell describes how his sons helped reshape the way he understood love. This led him and his wife, Gail, to create inclusive programs like E-Life. These programs are open to everyone in the community with no expectation of religious affiliation. They help individuals with and without disabilities find belonging, and we are proud to support them.

Who’s helping young men imagine a future worth building?When they’re facing loneliness, frustration, or uncertainty, the...
10/09/2026

Who’s helping young men imagine a future worth building?

When they’re facing loneliness, frustration, or uncertainty, the promise of escape can be powerful. A mentor who consistently shows up can help them find direction—someone who listens, shares their own struggles, and offers both encouragement and accountability.

We can help young men see their potential and take practical steps toward it. That starts with entering their lives and building trust.

Read Russ Ewell’s full article on Fox News about the addiction economy and why young men need our support. Link in bio.

When was the last time you felt really connected to God? 🤎Sometimes discouragement, pride, or a packed schedule can make...
10/07/2026

When was the last time you felt really connected to God? 🤎

Sometimes discouragement, pride, or a packed schedule can make it hard to let his Word sink in. Growing closer starts with opening our hearts and making room to listen.

Swipe through for reminders from “The Connection Code,” the lesson from our women’s event, and pick one step to try this week. 🍂

Save this for your next quiet time, or send it to a friend and make time to read the Bible together.

The addiction economy has a plan for young men’s attention, time, and money. Who’s helping them build a plan for their f...
10/06/2026

The addiction economy has a plan for young men’s attention, time, and money. Who’s helping them build a plan for their future?

In a new piece published by Fox News, Executive Minister Russ Ewell writes about the addiction economy and how we can help young men move forward.

Young men have ambition. But when they feel isolated or stuck, escape can become easier than taking the next step.

Reliable mentors can help change that—by showing up, sharing honestly, and offering accountability alongside encouragement. Those relationships help young men turn their goals into action and see how much they have to contribute.

This is how Jesus lived. Following his example will change lives and change the world:

Philippians 2:3-5 NIV
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, [4] not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. [5] In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus ...

Read the full article on Fox News about the addiction economy and how we can help young men move forward. Link in bio.

Fall feels better together. 🍂🧡 This weekend, hundreds of women from across the Bay came together for tacos, pumpkin trea...
10/05/2026

Fall feels better together. 🍂🧡 This weekend, hundreds of women from across the Bay came together for tacos, pumpkin treats, and a chance to grow closer to God and each other.

The theme of the message was “The Connection Code,” which reminded us that a deeper connection with God starts with an open heart and making time for him in our everyday lives.

“My heart has heard you say, ‘Come and talk with me.’ And my heart responds, ‘LORD, I am coming.’” — Psalm 27:8 NLT

This week, find your “God spot” to slow down, pray, and spend time in his Word. Where’s yours? 💬

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Palo Alto, CA

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Wednesday 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Sunday 10:30am - 12:30pm

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+16505617049

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